As I looked out at the yard yesterday, I just knew it was about time to walk off the stir crazies of being in the house for the long winter. Copper, our poor little pup, is tired of this space in the back yard. Even if it has grown considerably in a couple of weeks,… Continue reading This spring rocks my world
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A twinkle in those eyes and a song in the air…spring is here!
I couldn't hear him clearly when Mr. bounded into the house and yelled up the stairs to me, "I heard a Robin!" And Slam the door went closed before I could respond. Back out the door, Mr. flew. I watched him from the windows, as he wandered about the yard, looking up at all the… Continue reading A twinkle in those eyes and a song in the air…spring is here!
How deer confirm Springs’ arrivals
Another sign of Spring has arrived here in our parts of Wisconsin. Not only has our ground thawed considerably, but the deer are also starting to move freely and easily through the fields once again. Last night, after a glorious grilled meal, (Pork and Mango Kabobs with a side of fresh pineapple) - we discovered that… Continue reading How deer confirm Springs’ arrivals
First signs of spring
Happy First Day of Spring! The first day of spring is one thing, and the first spring day is another. The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month. - Henry Van Dyke The Sunday before we left for our vacation, we set our clocks to spring ahead. We traveled to Jamaica where… Continue reading First signs of spring
How to know when you’re past ready for a vacation
Humans need a reprieve from their normal routine to regenerate, recharge, and refresh. Soaking up some sun, (aka, natural Vitamin D), is good for everyone, especially if you live in a winter wonderland. The Mr. and I are no different from the rest of the world in our appreciation of a much-needed-get-a-way from the home… Continue reading How to know when you’re past ready for a vacation
The day before a packing storm
When we booked our trip back last year, we started a countdown of days, hours, and minutes until we'd be on the plane headed to a much warmer destination. In the beginning, the days, hours, and minutes just seemed so far off. And the excitement was a distant thought. One to warm us up when… Continue reading The day before a packing storm